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El Tigre, Venezuela
Capital City

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Est. Monthly Cost (1 Person)
$530
Retiree Score
77.0
Safety Index
55.4
Healthcare
15 facilities

With a population of just 213,524, El Tigre is hardly the cosmopolitan hub some may picture. The city's breakneck oil boom has brought a surge of economic activity, but also headaches like heavy bureaucracy and a sweltering climate. While the region boasts natural attractions like the Chimire Cliffs, the reality is that El Tigre caters more to the oil industry than tourists. For those willing to navigate the red tape and tolerate the heat, the city offers ample job opportunities - but for most, the downsides likely outweigh the upsides.

Can I afford El Tigre?

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El Tigre

You could save

2,470/mo

Savings Rate82%

Monthly Costs

Rent $180
Living (Country Average Adjusted)$350

Attractiveness Scores

FIRE Score
(i)
82/100
Retiree Score
(i)
77/100
Lifestyle Score
(i)
50/100
💻Nomad Score
(i)
50/100
Meets Venezuela Digital Nomad Visa Income Rule.
55
Safety
15
Healthcare
100
Walkability
5
Nomad

Grocery Basket

Milk (1L) *$2
Bread (loaf) *$1
Eggs (12) *$3
Rice (1kg) *$1
Chicken (1kg) *$7

* Estimated based on regional averages.

Eating Out

Meal (Inexpensive) *$7
Meal (Mid-range) *$11
Cappuccino *$1
Water (0.33L) *$1

* Estimated based on regional averages.

Utilities & Lifestyle

Utilities (mo) *$51
Mobile Plan (mo) *$8
Gym (mo) *$14
Cinema Ticket *$4

* Estimated based on regional averages.

Housing

1BR Center (mo) $144
1BR Outside (mo) *$165
3BR Center (mo) $320
3BR Outside (mo) *$313

* Estimated based on regional averages.

🧳 Expat Life

English Proficiency
Limited
Expat Community
None
Top Neighborhoods
Pueblo Nuevo
Best For
none

Expat Life Notes

Industrial oil town in crisis. Strictly work-based if at all.

Cons

  • ✗ Pollution
  • ✗ Crisis impacts

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Frequently Asked Questions about El Tigre

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El Tigre has a population of approximately 213,524 people.

A single person can expect to spend around $450 per month in El Tigre, including rent. A 1-bedroom apartment in the city center costs approximately $180/month.

The nearest airport to El Tigre is BLA, approximately 144km away.

El Tigre is considered moderate in terms of safety, with a safety index of 55.4. As with any city abroad, expats should research specific neighborhoods before committing to a location.

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